V2231 - Humidifier BONECO - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Evaporative humidifier
Brand	BONECO
Model	V2231
Power supply	230 V / 50 Hz
Power consumption	400 W
Humidification output	350 g/h
Water tank capacity	4.0 liters
Recommended room size	Up to 60 m² (150 m³)
Dimensions (W × D × H)	368 × 190 × 285 mm
Weight (empty)	1.8 kg
Performance levels	2 levels (day/night)
Integrated hygrostat	Yes, adjustable from 20 to 90% RH
Illuminated water level indicator	Blue (full) / Red (empty)
Magic Ball anti-limescale	Yes, integrated
Fragrance container	Yes (separate ring)
Automatic shut-off	Yes, when the tank is empty
Weekly maintenance	Clean the water tank and housing
Descaling	Magic Ball and evaporator panel
Replacement parts	Available from the dealer
Warranty	According to national representative

Frequently Asked Questions - V2231 BONECO

What type of water should I use in the BONECO V2231?

Use only tap water. Do not use mineral, distilled, or treated water, and never add fragrances directly into the tank.

How to add fragrance to the humidifier?

Pour a few drops of perfume, essential oil, or inhalant into the fragrance container (ring) located on top of the device. Never pour fragrance into the water.

What does the color of the water level indicator mean?

The illuminated indicator is blue when the tank is full, and red when it is empty. When red, the evaporator panel automatically turns off.

How to set the desired humidity?

Turn the integrated hygrostat control to the desired value (from 20% to 90% RH). The recommended comfort zone is indicated by white dots.

How often should I clean the device?

Clean the parts and tank every week. Descale the Magic Ball and evaporator panel depending on the amount of limescale. Perform a complete cleaning after each heating season.

How to descale the evaporator panel?

Apply a household descaling agent (descaling agent/water mixture 2:1) only to the black panel. Avoid plastic parts. After it acts, wipe with a cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive products.

What is the safety distance to be observed?

Place the device at least 50 cm from walls, furniture, and curtains. Keep flammable objects at least 2 m away. Do not place the device under a power socket.

Can the device be used in a bathroom?

No, the device is not protected against splashes and must only be used in dry rooms.

What to do if the device does not produce mist?

Check that the water tank is full (blue indicator). If it stays red after filling, wait 1 to 2 minutes for the water circuit to fill. Make sure the device is on and the evaporator panel is not scaled.

What accessories and replacement parts are available?

You can obtain original parts (Magic Ball, evaporator panel, etc.) from your dealer. Install them yourself or consult a specialist for repairs.

USER MANUAL V2231 BONECO

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BONECO V2231

Instructions for use (11 - 16)

Instructions for use

Congratulations!

Congratulations on choosing the evaporator BONECO V2231!

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General information

Did you know that dry room air:

• Dries out the mucous membranes, and also causes chapped lips and stinging eyes?
• Encourages infections and illnesses of the respiratory system?
• Causes weariness, tiredness and poor concentration?
  • Stresses household pets and house plants?
• Encourages the formation of dust and the electrostatic charging of textiles made of synthetic fibers, as well as carpets and plastic flooring?
• Damages wooden furniture and especially parquet floors?
• Causes musical instruments to go out of tune?

A comfortable indoor atmosphere is achieved at a relative humidity of between 40 and 60%. Air humidification is especially sensible in winter, but does not replace the regular airing of living spaces.

Safety instructions

• Read the operating instructions carefully before using the appliance and keep them in a safe place for later reference.
• Connect the unit only to an AC supply with a voltage that agrees with the rating label.
• Only use the appliance indoors and within the parameters stated in the technical specifications. Using the appliance for a purpose for which it is not intended could pose a serious hazard to health and life.
• Children cannot recognize the hazards associated with the usage of electrical appliances. For this reason, always supervise children when they are in the vicinity of the appliance.
• Persons who are unfamiliar with the operating instructions, as well as children and persons under the influence of medication, alcohol or drugs are not permitted to operate the appliance, or are only permitted to operate it under supervision.
• Never use the appliance if there is any damage to the appliance or cable, after malfunction has occurred, after the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any other way.
• Only operate the appliance when it is completely assembled.
• Repairs to electrical appliances may only be carried out by qualified service engineers. Improper repair work can pose a considerable hazard to the user.
• Never pull the plug from the mains socket by the cable or with wet hands.
• Always place the appliance on a dry, level surface. We do not accept any liability for damages due to the incorrect placement of the unit.
• Position the appliance where it cannot be easily knocked over.
• Do not run the power cord under a carpet or other objects. Position the appliance so that you will not trip over the cord.

• Do not use the appliance in areas where combustible materials, gases or vapours are present.

• Do not insert foreign objects in the device.

• Do not block the air intake or mist outlet.
• Do not sit, stand or place any heavy objects on the appliance.
• Warning: the surfaces of the device become hot during operation.
• The expelled air is hot. Flammable objects (such as curtains) must be kept at least 2 m away from the device.
• The power cable must not be left lying on the device or allowed to come into contact with the front grill. Ignoring this advice may lead to fire or a short circuit.
• Do not use extension cables.
• Use connection cables with a minimum current rating of 10 A only.
  • The device is not splash-resistant.
• The device must not be placed on hot surfaces or near naked flames. Maintain a minimum safe distance of 50 cm.
• The device must only be used in private residences, in dry rooms.
• Never immerse the device or cable in water or other liquids. Ignoring this advice may lead to injury, fire or electrocution.
• Use original replacement parts only.
• Before cleaning the device, remove the plug from the mains and allow it to cool fully.
• Never move the device while in operation.
• The plastics used in humidifiers age with time and may become fragile. Safety can then no longer be guaranteed and the device must not be used.
• Keep the instructions in a safe place and ensure that they are passed to any subsequent users.
• No responsibility is accepted for damage caused through disregard of these instructions.

Description of the appliance Operation

Steam outlet Cover Water tank

• Position the device on a level, stable and water-resistant surface.
• Do not position the device directly beneath a plug socket.
• When positioning the device, ensure that it is steady and that the airflow is not obstructed by objects such as furniture or curtains. Position the device at least 50 cm away from walls, furniture and curtains (risk of damage from humidity).
• Do not position the device close to radiators or other heat sources. Ensure that no one can trip over the power cable and that the device is out of reach of children (the steam expelled is hot). Do not allow children to play with the device.

Use the device only in dry rooms of 60 m³/150 m³ in size, and do not use extension cables.

Interior view Water gauge Control panel Power plug Steam outlet Scent container («ring») Cover for evaporator unit Magic Ball Evaporator board Water level sensor

Filling up the water

• Use the ON/OFF switch to turn the device off.
• Remove the plug from the mains.
• Remove the upper housing cover (Warning: hot after operation!) and remove the water tank from the device.
• Turn the water tank upside down and unscrew the cap.
• Empty any remaining water and rinse the tank thoroughly.
• Fill the tank with water and screw the cap on tightly.

Warning!

• Use tap water only, i.e. not mineral water or any other softened water! Do not, under any circumstances, add other substances (such as scents) to the water!
• Never pour water into the steam outlet!
• Add scents only to the scent container and not directly to the water!

Illuminated water gauge

The colour of the illuminated water gauge changes depending on how full the water tank is:

• Blue = full
  • Red = empty (evaporator board switched off)

When the tank is empty, the evaporator board is turned off automatically. As soon as the tank is refilled, the board is turned on again.

The first time you turn the device on, or if you have not used it for a long time, bear in mind that it takes some time for the water circulation

system to fill up. As such, it takes 1 - 2 minutes for the gauge to change from red to blue even though the tank may be full.

Scent container («ring»)

• Add only a small quantity of scents, essences or inhalants to the scent container ring.
• Warning! Do not add scents directly to the water in the tank!

Turning the device on

• Insert plug into mains socket.
• Use the ON/OFF switch to turn the device on.

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- Blue LED is illuminated when device is switched on.

B) Setting switch for two levels with LED displays:

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« ⚠ » Low performance for night time operation (green LED illuminated)

C) Regulator for integrated humidistat

• Use the rotary switch to adjust the built-in humidistat. This monitors the humidity. The adjustment range is 20 – 90% relative humidity.
• The recommended comfort zone is indicated by white dots.

After use

• Use the ON/OFF switch to turn the device off.
• Remove the plug from the mains socket.
• Wait until the device has cooled fully.
• Empty any remaining water and rinse the water tank thoroughly.

Clean and maintain the device regularly to ensure that it operates hygienically and smoothly.

• Weekly: Clean housing parts and water tank.
- Depending on quantity of limescale: descale Magic Ball and evaporator board (see «Cleaning and maintenance»).
• Annually: clean the device after the heating season.
- Ensure the device is allowed to dry fully before putting it into storage.

Cleaning and maintenance

Remove the plug from the mains before cleaning, maintaining, descaling or rinsing the device.

• Allow the device to cool fully.
• Never immerse the basic device (including the cable) in water or any other liquid.
• Empty any remaining water from the device and water tank and rinse the water tank thoroughly.
• Lift up the evaporator unit cover to remove it
• The Magic Ball absorbs a large proportion of the limescale particles. It hinders calcification by moving across the evaporator board. Depending on the level of limescale, the Magic Ball needs to be cleaned at regular intervals (immerse the Magic Ball completely in limescale-remover).
• The evaporator board also needs to be descaled on a regular basis. Creates steam when in operation. Warning! Hot! If limescale deposits form around the evaporator board, descale the device with domestic limescale-remover (mixing ratio limescale-remover: water = 2:1). To do so, apply limescale-remover to the

black board (avoiding any plastic components!). After the limescale remover has taken effect, use a cloth to remove any residue and then wipe the board dry. Important: do not use any abrasive implements (knives etc.) or scouring pads as this damages the non-stick coating!

- Clean the housing with a damp cloth then wipe it dry.

Notes on how an evaporator-humidifier works

• In the evaporator principle, water is made to evaporate on the evaporator board.
  • Humidity is monitored by the built-in humidistat.
• Humidity is heavily restricted by circulating air (for example, in rooms with open/poorly sealed windows or in elevated rooms).
• Please note that humidity increases as air temperature rises and this can cause unwanted condensation in some areas.

Recommended values for humidity in living space

Room temperature Relative Humidity

18 °C 50 %

20 °C 45 %

22 °C 40 %

Storing the appliance for extended periods

Clean the appliance as described earlier and allow to dry thoroughly. Preferably store the appliance in its original box, in a dry place away from high temperatures.

Disposal

Return your worn out unit to your dealer for proper disposal. You can obtain information on other ways to dispose of the unit from your local district or town council.

Warranty

The warranty conditions are defined by our representative in the country of sale. Please contact your dealer if, despite strict quality control, your appliance becomes defective. You must present your original receipt when making a claim under the warranty.

Technical specifications

Mains voltage 230 V / 50 Hz
Power consumption 400 W
Humidity output 350 g/h
Suitable for rooms up to 60 m	^2 / 150 m^3
Water capacity 4.0 liter
Dimensions 368 x 190 x 285 mm
Weight (empty) 1.8 kg

Spare parts

Spare parts can be obtained from your specialist dealer and installed in the appliance yourself. Only original manufacturer's parts may be used. All other repairs must be carried out by a specialist or customer service. This also applies to a defective mains cable.

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